On the Season 2 debut of Lost Cultures: Living Legacies , we travel to Bermuda, an Atlantic island whose history spans centuries and continents. Once uninhabited, Bermuda became a vital stop in transatlantic trade, a maritime stronghold, and a cultural crossroads shaped by African, European, Caribbean, and Native American influences. Guests Dr. Kristy Warren and Dr. Edward Harris trace its transformation from an uninhabited island to a strategic outpost shaped by shipwrecks, colonization, the transatlantic slave trade, and the rise and fall of empires. Plus, former Director of Tourism Gary Phillips shares the story of the Gombey tradition, a vibrant performance art rooted in resistance, migration, and cultural fusion. Together, they reveal how Bermuda’s layered past continues to shape its people, culture, and identity today. You can also find us online at travelandleisure.com/lostcultures Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…
The Private Equity PErspectives podcast serves as a forum for private equity dealmakers to discuss navigating today’s dynamic investment environment, while preparing for challenges and opportunities on the horizon. In each episode, BDO’s Private Equity practice connects with leaders in the industry to talk deal activity, fund strategies, and portfolio company optimization.
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Delve deeper into the latest trends and opportunities shaping the digital landscape and the world of business with the BDO Digital Digest podcast series. Uncover how business leaders can gain deeper visibility into technology’s impact on their organizations. Each episode delivers quick, practical insights on a variety of tech-driven topics with our forward-thinking technologists and special guests who offer innovative perspectives on digital transformation and how businesses can leverage cut ...
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BDO in the Boardroom is a podcast series for the board of directors and those charged with governance. Each episode features a topical discussion with board peers and subject matter experts on both trending and timeless boardroom issues – mitigating risk in an increasingly digital world, navigating your board career, financial and ESG reporting, shareholder activism and more.
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Aktuální rozhovory s úspěšnými osobnostmi a specialisty BDO o podnikání, strategii a jejich zkušenostech. Inspirujte se a pojďte s námi převzít vedení! It's time to lead.
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BDO’s Health & Life Sciences Rx Podcast, hosted by The BDO Center for Healthcare Excellence & Innovation and the Life Sciences practice, seeks to provide insights into the trends disrupting healthcare and how companies can adapt and evolve in an ever-changing business landscape.
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Welcome to In Business with BDO, a show where our professional services’ experts share insights and expertise on the top issues and topics impacting organisations, and finance-related issues affecting individuals in Australia today. Our thought leaders across business, advisory, tax and audit delve into strategy, innovation, regulation, ideas and trends to give you the edge. Find out more about us at www.bdo.com.au, and view our full disclaimer: https://www.bdo.com.au/en-au/podcasts#disclaim ...
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O Mundo é Bárbaro - e o que nós temos a ver com isso. Papo sobre cultura pop e outras centenas de coisas que tornam o nosso mundo cada vez mais Bárbaro. Seja um bárbaro você também!
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Is Canada falling behind when it comes to productivity? In this episode of BDO Digital Digest, we explore the ‘productivity paradox’ and Canada’s struggle to keep pace with other G7 nations despite its wealth of natural resources, skilled talent, access to technology and research and development. Drawing from insights in our report Canada’s product…
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On BDO's latest Private Equity PErspectives podcast episode, host Todd Kinney is joined for a second time by Abhik Das, partner at Three Hills Capital Partners, and Blair Greenberg, partner at Bregal Sagemount. Together, they discussed: How AI is transforming portfolio company operations, from boosting gross margins to enhancing deal origination an…
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Key Takeaways: AI can be viewed as a necessity for growth to drive both cost savings and revenue growth. Establishing a strong governance framework is crucial for managing risks associated with AI, such as data breaches and compliance with regulations like HIPAA and PCI. AI can be used both reactively to address immediate pain points and proactivel…
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On BDO's latest Private Equity PErspectives podcast episode, host Todd Kinney is joined by Abhik Das, partner at Three Hills Capital Partners, and Blair Greenberg, partner at Bregal Sagemount. Together, they discussed: How modern PE firms are building specialized operational teams that transform portfolio companies beyond simply providing capital. …
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Key Takeaways: Have a clear understanding of entire supply chain – from where merchandise originates to where it is assembled or manufactured Gather and analyze transactional data to understand the financial impact of tariffs Review the customs triangle levers: tariff classification, country of origin, and value reported to customs Manage the te…
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In our milestone 50th episode of the Private Equity PErspectives podcast, host Todd Kinney is joined by Lloyd Metz, Managing Director at ICV Partners, and Monika Mantilla, President and CEO at Altura Capital. Together, they discussed: Building competitive advantages through disciplined investing and operational capabilities. The role of trust and s…
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AI is revolutionizing cybersecurity—both as a defence tool and a growing threat. This episode of BDO Digital Digest explores how AI is enabling more sophisticated cyber threats—from deepfakes to advanced phishing scams—and why organizations must adopt a proactive cybersecurity strategy focused on data classification and risk management. Follow the …
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On BDO’s latest Private Equity PErspectives podcast episode, host Todd Kinney is joined by Chris Grambling, partner at Southfield Capital, and Kevin Condon, partner at Hidden River Strategic Capital. Together, they discussed: How to identify and capitalize on unique investment opportunities in a rapidly changing market. Approaches for strengthening…
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In this episode of BDO Digital Digest, we delve into how AI’s influence reaches beyond business, transforming into a cultural phenomenon. Discover why it’s essential for organizations to embrace and experiment with AI innovation to achieve real ROI and remain competitive in today’s rapidly evolving digital world. The earlier you adapt, the better e…
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BDO in the Boardroom Podcast with Myrna Soto: What Should Be On Today’s Nomination & Governance Committee Agenda?
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Key Takeaways: Engaging with Stakeholders: Consider the importance of addressing every inbound inquiry, whether from activists, institutional investors, or shareholders. This involves methodical rigor and balanced engagement to understand and address the underlying concerns. Evaluating Board Performance: Allows for continuous evaluation of board pe…
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On BDO’s latest Private Equity PErspectives podcast episode, host and BDO’s PE National Relationship Director Todd Kinney was joined by Drew Meyers, partner at Seaport Capital, and Benjamin Krause, partner, North American infrastructure, at 3i Group. Together, they discussed: The strategies they employ to support portfolio companies post-investment…
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To prepare for potential continuation of and/or changes in tax regulations, boards should be taking a vigilant watch and see approach and monitoring respective timing, effective dates and expiration dates: Confer with management to review financial models – e.g., changes in tax rates, deductions, credits, and exclusions. Get regular updates on tax …
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Key Takeaways: The SEC and DOJ are imposing record-breaking financial penalties to hold wrongdoers accountable for misconduct, while also offering credit to those who proactively self-monitor, self-report, and remediate misconduct. As highlighted by recent cases, internal investigation procedures and remedial actions are commonly cited as key facto…
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On BDO’s latest Private Equity PErspectives podcast episode, Jordan Margolin, head of business development at VSS Capital, and Matt Cole, managing director at SBJ Capital, joined host Todd Kinney to discuss: The key role relationships play in their deal sourcing strategies Providing post-investment support for their portfolio companies Which paths …
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Key Takeaways and Tax Planning Points: To prepare for changes in tax regulations, boards should: Confer with management to review financial models – e.g., changes in tax rates, deductions, credits, and exclusions. Stay informed on tax policy changes and reviewing with management to understand realistic scenarios. Consider the possibility of a divid…
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On BDO’s latest Private Equity PErspectives podcast episode, Glenn Harrison, managing partner at private credit fund LO3 Capital and Ken Heuer, principal at Kidd & Company, a family office, joined host Todd Kinney to discuss: The opportunities and challenges posed by longer holding periods How their respective firms have been impacted by the shift …
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Key Takeaways: GenAI can be used to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness in financial reporting and internal controls over financial reporting. Currently, GenAI can help with tasks such as drafting financial statement disclosures, summarizing key contract terms, categorizing expense transactions, and preparing travel and expense reports. Howeve…
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Key Takeaways: Audit Committees should have a playbook when allegations of fraud arise. The Audit Committee’s response level to a particular allegation will depend on the scope of the allegation and the corporate environment. Determining when an independent investigation is necessary and how independent it needs to be is determined by the context o…
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On BDO's latest Private Equity PErspectives podcast episode, Corinne Spears, principal at Achieve Partners, and Rohanjit Chaudhry, executive director at Morgan Stanley Capital Partners, joined host Todd Kinney to discuss: How they are managing the high cost of capital The current deal landscape and what they expect to see the rest of the year Their…
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Key Takeaways: One of the roles of a board of directors is to continually assess the company and make decisions in the best interest of sustaining value for the long-term. Decisions to change business models should be weighed against the core purpose of the organization. Significant strategic changes necessitate the board to broadly evaluate the im…
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Key Takeaways: Culture is a team sport that requires the right data for the right stakeholder (including the Board). Protecting culture is just as important as strengthening your culture. There is a measurable ROI to culture. A proxy for culture is measuring organization effectiveness. Resources: Nominating & Governance Committee Priorities for…
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On BDO’s latest Private Equity PErspectives podcast episode , Brett Hickey, founder and CEO of Star Mountain Capital, and Engin Okaya, executive managing director at Prudential Private Capital, joined host Todd Kinney to discuss: AI and other emerging technologies: How PE firms and their portcos can strategically leverage new and impactful tools to…
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Key Takeaways: While simple in structure, these new requirements have complex implications for companies, many of which may not be already gathering and reporting this level of climate data. The laws were years in the making but have now pre-empted the country-level SEC climate rules that many have been anticipating. Scope 3 reporting will be requi…
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On BDO’s newest Private Equity PErspectives podcast episode, Mike Hoffmann, partner at Thoma Bravo, sat down with host Todd Kinney to share his outlook on the current software deal space. They discuss: Thoma Bravo’s method: How the firm creates opportunities and measures results, and why they take a management-centric approach when evaluating poten…
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Key Takeaways: Establishing a “safe” environment for AI isn’t just a protective stance, it is itself a strategy that accelerates innovation, builds trust, and ensures long-term success. In making the decisions to address entity- readiness to greenlight AI initiatives, boards’ due diligence includes: understanding how competitors, customers, employe…
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Key Takeaways: Using AI and predictive capability is not new but generative AI brings AI to the mainstream due to its human-like communication and ease of accessibility to companies of all sizes. For boards to properly oversee AI risk, they need to require management to establish a model risk management process along with a model risk governance fr…
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Key Takeaways: Leveraging data analytics for strategic decision-making: Use of data analytics in the boardroom to is becoming increasingly important to help directors make informed, evidence-based decisions that drive growth and efficiency. By incorporating data-driven insights, businesses can better understand their customers, optimize operations,…
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On BDO’s latest Private Equity PErspectives podcast episode, Laurens Goff, co-founder and managing partner at Stone-Goff Partners, and Todd Squilanti, managing director at InTandem Capital Partners, join host Todd Kinney to discuss: The changing PE landscape: How, after several busy years of acquisitions, PE firms’ deal acquisition and value creati…
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Boards need to work with management team to continue to identify and prioritize opportunities in automation to enhance all aspects of operations, product development and service delivery. Challenges in implementing automation need to be identified and incorporate into a strong change management program to ensure enterprise-wide acceptance and adopt…
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Key Takeaways: 1. Approaching embedding AI into a service delivery model requires: Identifying and prioritizing AI business processes and use cases that align with your business objectives Assessing the feasibility and potential impact of each use case Developing a detailed implementation plan that contemplates the steps, resources, and timelines r…
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Key Takeaways: Use of technological automation in the audit can yield increased efficiency, improved accuracy, consistency and quality. Complexity, data quality, lack of flexibility, resistance to change and over-reliance on technology are challenges to automating auditing procedures that need specific consideration. Auditors are intentionally and …
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Key Takeaways: Service delivery models demand that auditors demonstrate their efforts are directed principally to potential risks and anomalies and areas of higher risk. Boards that derive the most value from audits that leverage data analytics are those that have pretty specific views of what constitute outliers or anomalies for the business and t…
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On BDO’s new PE PErspectives podcast episode , Mike Weinberg, Managing Partner of Levine Leichtman Capital Partners, and Jeff Roth, Founding Partner of Bruin Capital, join host Todd Kinney to discuss: Deal-acquisition and value creation strategies: How the changing market has evolved the way fund managers are investing (or not) Key challenges facin…
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Ensuring Corporate Success in Sustainability at the Cross Section of Innovation and Technology
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Key Takeaways: Building corporate sustainability is not about “being responsible for” but rather recognizing “how to work in concert with” a broader group of stakeholders to reduce friction and produce better results. Innovation in a staid industry requires: - Creation of an environment to embrace and enable change – first speak about what will rem…
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Key Takeaways: The NEED: Data governance programs exist to manage change in data assets overtime. The WHAT: Data is an intangible asset that is constantly evolving and has a host of characteristics that make it difficult to manage compared to traditional assets. THE WAKE-UP CALL: When surveyed, 95% of respondents felt data governance programs were …
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Key Takeaways: The basic tenants of succession planning require continuous focus and consensus and can provide an outline for preparation and vigilance. These include: Agreement on short- and long-term company goals Needed skills for the position - Keeping the job description of the upcoming vacancy current Keep a pipeline of candidates that span a…
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Key Takeaways: Funding for the CHIPS Act has been signed into law. This act provides tremendous opportunities for semiconductor industry organizations to expand production in the U.S. and additionally, provides many other benefits to the economy. This podcast discusses: Opportunities for national economic initiatives for organizations that can pass…
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On BDO’s new Private Equity PErspectives podcast episode, Nick Santhanam, CEO of Fernweh Group, and Scott Spielvogel, co-founder and managing partner of One Rock Capital Partners, join host Todd Kinney to discuss: Investment strategies: How the changing market has evolved the way fund managers are investing (or not) Impact of current economy: How i…
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Key Takeaways: Suppliers have become an integral part of a company’s ESG performance against targets and laws, and therefore have an outsized impact on operational and financial performance Boards should set clear expectations for including supply chain risk within Enterprise Risk Management and require detailed management action plans to address…
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Key Takeaways: Stakeholder-Centric: Ensure a communication strategy is developed around sustainability reporting that is driven by stakeholder needs Don’t neglect the passive or potential investors Depth and Frequency: Don’t just stop at the launch date plans, have a plan for targeted communications specific to multiple audiences year-round Multi-C…
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On BDO’s new Private Equity PErspectives podcast episode, Michael LeTourneau, finance resource partner at Court Square Capital Partners, and Steve Siwinski, senior finance leader at Accel-KKR, join host Todd Kinney to discuss why PE CFOs need a “money-making gene” and “love of controlled chaos.” Tune in to hear their insights on: Talent challenges:…
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Key Takeaways: Pillar Two comes in effect for accounting periods beginning on or after 1 January 2024 for multi-national companies with global revenue in excess of Euro 750m. Complexity will arise from both the detailed calculations involved as well as timing related to the phased-in approach by jurisdiction as to when each country will require imp…
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Key Takeaways and Tax Planning Points: Enacted as part of the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA), corporations are now subject to a 15% minimum tax on book income of $1 billion or more. The IRA also provided $80 billion of funding for IRS – with $46 billion earmarked specifically for enforcement. Enacted as part of the 2023 Omnibus Appropriations legisl…
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Key Takeaways: The discipline of modern governance today is really in a global realm – can no longer be thought of in simply local or regional terms. Governance should be viewed as a discipline and thus, your individual board “packaging” is critical to you being identified as a serious board candidate. Board Documents are not comprised of a resume …
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On BDO’s new Private Equity PErspectives podcast episode, Patrick Whitehead, Executive Director at Morgan Stanley Capital Partners, and Katie Lankalis, Vice President at LLR partners, speak to host Todd Kinney about: Private credit: Why we’ve seen growth in the private credit market and where it’s headed next Due diligence: How due diligence timeli…
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On BDO’s new Private Equity PErspectives podcast episode, Matt Smith, Principal at Graycliff Partners, and Dave Affinito, Partner at Victor Capital Partners, speak to host Todd Kinney about: Deal origination: Why “hustle ensures consistency and consistency ensures quality” Supply chain: The importance of diversifying suppliers to build resilience R…
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Key Takeaways: Be mindful of identifying material impacts of climate risk and whether you are satisfying current disclosure requirements Don’t be lulled into complacency or the belief that mid-term elections may derail final rule-making Review carefully current financial risk disclosures in line with other information being disclosed by the company…
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Key Takeaways: As with any insurance, directors and officers need to have a clear understanding of the purpose of D&O insurance and what it is designed to cover and what is not included – e.g., deliberate fraud, criminal acts, and uninsurable fines and penalties as well as other exclusions or limitations including thresholds for triggering coverage…
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On the latest episode of BDO’s Private Equity PErspectives podcast, host Todd Kinney speaks with Justin Wender, Managing Partner at Stella Point Capital, and Rob Bosco, Managing Director of Stone-Goff Partners on how a recession could impact private equity and what they’re seeing in the GP-led secondaries market. Listen to the podcast to learn: Why…
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Key Takeaways: Shareholder proposal trends to anticipate continuing into 2023: Increasing shareholder proposals – made easier by prior years’ SEC regulations allowing more access for shareholders Certain commitments made by companies in previous periods (e.g., racial equity audits, DEI and other social aspects) likely to be scrutinized by sharehold…
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